What are the definitions of nasopharynx, oropharynx and laryngopharynx?
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The image provides definitions for the nasopharynx, oropharynx, and laryngopharynx, which are parts of the pharynx (throat).
Answer
Nasopharynx is behind the nose, oropharynx is behind the mouth, and laryngopharynx extends from the oropharynx.
The nasopharynx is the upper part of the pharynx behind the nose, the oropharynx is the middle part of the pharynx behind the mouth, and the laryngopharynx is the lower part of the pharynx that extends from the oropharynx.
Answer for screen readers
The nasopharynx is the upper part of the pharynx behind the nose, the oropharynx is the middle part of the pharynx behind the mouth, and the laryngopharynx is the lower part of the pharynx that extends from the oropharynx.
More Information
The pharynx is a crucial part of the respiratory and digestive systems.
Tips
It is easy to confuse the oropharynx and laryngopharynx. Remember that the oropharynx is above the laryngopharynx.
Sources
- Pharynx: Function & Anatomy - Cleveland Clinic - my.clevelandclinic.org
- Definition of nasopharynx - NCI Dictionary of Cancer Terms - cancer.gov
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